Formulation Chemist (SPF)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced R&D Formulation Chemist to support the research, development, and optimization of high-quality OTC and non-OTC personal care products. This hands-on laboratory role is responsible for developing innovative formulations, conducting laboratory testing, troubleshooting formulation challenges, and supporting products from concept through commercial manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• 2+ years of formulation experience within the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, or personal care industry.
• Experience developing OTC and non-OTC personal care products.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish with strong verbal and written communication skills a plus.
• Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, formulation principles, and analytical testing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and formulate OTC and non-OTC products including SPF/sunscreen, skin care, hair care, personal care, and pet care products.
• Lead sunscreen formulation projects, ensuring compliance with applicable OTC requirements and performance expectations.
• Prepare laboratory batches according to existing and newly developed formulations.
• Optimize formulations by adjusting pH, viscosity, stability, and other performance characteristics based on customer or project requirements.
• Reverse engineer competitive products and develop improved formulations.
• Conduct research on new raw materials, technologies, and formulation techniques.
• Document formulation procedures, laboratory observations, and technical data using laboratory notebooks and formulation software.
• Support first production batches and create detailed manufacturing procedures to ensure successful scale-up and batch reproducibility.
• Troubleshoot formulation and manufacturing issues for both new and existing products.
• Operate, maintain, and clean laboratory equipment while ensuring proper laboratory organization and housekeeping.
• Evaluate the physical and performance characteristics of formulations using standard laboratory testing methods.
• Manage product development projects from customer brief through commercialization.
• Provide technical support to Sales and Marketing during customer presentations and product development discussions.
• Maintain compliance with applicable industry regulations and quality standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.